Job Description

Yard Driver

The Yard Driver/Forklift Operator is a dual role. Yard Driver is responsive to the customer regarding the movement and spotting of trailers to facilitate the needs of the warehouse in sorting and processing material for shipment or storage. The Yard Driver is also responsible for timely movements and thorough knowledge of on-hand inventory and positing.

The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating power industrial trucks for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking, and counting merchandise. The operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and may also be required to perform Order Filler and Checker duties in addition to his or her own. They are responsible for the accurate storing, shipping and receiving of product to meet company standards of safety, security, and productivity.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Responsible to maintain a neat and orderly storage lot oriented toward maximizing efficiency in servicing the customer needs.
• Responsible for accounting for records involving trailer numbers and position of vehicles.
• Must function and interact on a daily basis with warehouse supervisors and comply with warehouse safety requirements.
• Must communicate using cellular telephone or 2-way radio with operations, and warehouse personnel in a courteous and professional manner.
• Must maneuver trucks into loading and unloading position, following signal from loading crew as needed. Also place safety wheel chocks in front of wheel/tire to prevent the trailer from rolling. If pup trailer movement is involved; extra care must be taken on the placement of the trailer jack stand (when at dock, jack stand must be on the ground and in a locked position). If there is not a jack stand installed on the trailer the customer must be notified.
• Proper use of Airline/Electrical hookup/and Backing procedure is a must.
• Follow all company policies, guidelines, and quality procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• On a daily basis, inspect and perform minor maintenance on the equipment.
• Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse and yard

Receiving/Put-Away:

• Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations. Input data accurately into WMS.
• Efficiently stack and store product in appropriate area.
• Maintain an organized work area.

Order Picking:

• Pull and prepare for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped.
• Perform picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service standards.
• Prepare freight for operations accurately and in a timely manner as required.

Quality:

• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.
• Report quality variances

Delivery:

• Efficiently moves product form staging and/or storage to production lines and/or staging docks.
• Proper documentation must accompany freight.

Inventory:

• Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained.
• Assist in physical inventories. Ensure proper stock rotation.

Safety, Housekeeping, and Compliance:

• Maintain a clean, neat, orderly work area, and assist in security of the warehouse
• Will comply with all Standard Operating Procedures, corporate and site-specific policies, safety rules, and OSHA/ MSDS Standards.
• Participates in safety meetings.

Equipment Operation:

• Load, unload, move, stack, and stage product and materials using a forklift, clamp truck, drum attachment, or other power equipment.
• Maintain the facility's equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• On a daily basis, inspect and perform minor maintenance on the forklift or other equipment.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.
• Associates must maintain an active forklift certification.

Maintenance:

• Perform or assist in building, grounds, and equipment maintenance as assigned.

Other Duties:

• Change fuel tanks on forklifts as needed: participate in physical inventories; perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as needed
• Repair pallets, when necessary, trailers, and truck bays as requested.

Help maintain the facility to provide a clean, safe work environment.

Performs other duties as required. Work overtime as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Education and/or Experience: Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED). 6 months experience working in a logistics/distribution/relevant environment. Able to operate MHE
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations: Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program
• Other: Must be able to work in unregulated temperatures within the warehouse during the warmer and colder months can range from mild to moderate.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills, RF Scanners, WMS functions
• Language Skills: English (reading, writing, verbal)
• Mathematical Skills: Basic to intermediate level to verify quantities of product, count inventory, or perform other duties associated with handling, storing and distributing client products.
• Other: Strong attention to detail accuracy and accomplish job task in a timely manner. Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance. Must be able to effectively adapt to change and thrive in a stimulating, fast-paced work environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-2 years' experience working in a warehouse/logistics/distribution environment
• 1-2 years forklift experience.
• Current or prior MHE certification

Physical Demands:

• Occasionally: Handling/Fingering, Sitting
• Frequently: Bending
• Constantly: Walking and Standing
• Ability to Lift/Carry and Push/Pull: 21-50 pounds
• Reach above shoulder, reach outward, squat, or kneel.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at hr@us.dsv.com. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

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